LASG Trains State Teachers On Safety Protocols

The Lagos State Government, through the State Teaching Service Commission, has kicked-off a 2-day training to equip teachers on Grade level 15-17 on Schools security and safety codes.

Declaring the training program open at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Hall, Alausa, Ikeja, Chairman of the Teaching Service Commission, Mrs. Victoria Mopelola Peregrino charged the over 200 participants drawn across the six education districts of the state to collaborate with school administrators, parents, community leaders, and security agencies to ensure that safety measures are consistent, inclusive, and sustainable.

Mrs. Peregrino noted that safety of schools in Lagos State is not an option, but a fundamental responsibility that underpins effective teaching and learning which can thrives only in an environment that is safe, secure, and well-managed.

“Teachers and educators cannot effectively impart knowledge where fear, uncertainty, or insecurity exists. Likewise, learners cannot reach their full potential in unsafe spaces. Therefore, this training is both timely and strategic, especially in a rapidly changing world where schools must respond to emerging safety and security challenges”.

She said further, “let us remember that a safe school is the foundation of quality education. Investing in the safety and security capacity of teachers is an investment in the future of our children and society at large. I am confident that this specialized training will contribute meaningfully to safer schools and more empowered educators”.

She reminded the participants that safety in schools goes beyond physical infrastructure but includes emergency preparedness, child protection, personal safety, cyber security, health protocols, and crisis response mechanisms which must be address with all seriousness.

Mrs. Peregrino opined that in today’s context, schools face broad spectrum of security concerns ranging from fire hazards and medical emergencies to bullying, violence, and digital threats therefore teachers as first respondents in school’s environment must be empowered not only as educators, but also as guardians of safe learning environments.

Earlier, the Permanent Secretary in the Commission, Mr. Olawale Ojikutu, in his welcome address charged the participants to approach the training program with openness and commitment. He advised them to engage actively, ask questions, and reflect on how the lessons learned can be applied in their respective schools.

Mr. Ojikutu disclosed that series of training programs have been drawn up by the Commission to ensure that post primary school teachers in the state are in tune with modern teaching techniques that will bring the State education sector at par with the 21st century global best practices as demonstrated in the T.H.E.M.E.S. PLUS Agenda of Education and Technology.

The 2-day training program facilitated by NISREL TECHNIQUES which end tomorrow Wednesday 18th of February 2026 with a communique is expected to equip participants with the knowledge to understand established security protocols, adhere to best practices, and apply preventive measures in daily school operations.

It will strengthen their awareness of risk factors, encourage vigilance, and promote a culture of safety consciousness among staff and students alike.